memorable Hand Impressions marks enduring recollections for Autumn
In the spirit of the autumn season, here's a fun and easy fall craft project that's perfect for kids, classrooms, or as seasonal keepsakes - the paper plate handprint leaf wreath.
This craft is designed to create something sweetly festive that will bring a smile every time it is seen. To make this wreath, follow these simple steps:
- Trace and Cut Handprints: Trace your child's hand on colored construction paper, spreading out their fingers wide to mimic the shape of a leaf. Stack several sheets to cut multiple handprints at once, or fold the paper to double leaves when cutting.
- Add Veins: Use a marker to draw veins on each handprint to make them look like leaves.
- Prepare the Paper Plate: Cut out the center circle of a paper plate to create a ring shape - this will be the base for the wreath.
- Glue Leaves to Plate: Arrange and glue the handprint leaves around the outer ring of the paper plate. Overlap the leaves to create a full wreath effect. Allow the glue to dry.
- Attach a String for Hanging: Glue or tape a string to the back of the paper plate to hang your wreath once dry.
The materials needed for this project include scissors, construction paper in colours that represent autumn, such as orange, red, yellow, and brown, a sturdy paper plate, marker, glue, and string.
The finished wreath is charming and can be displayed on the front door, fridge, bathroom mirror, or any other space with an appreciative audience. Completing this project may cause a person's heart to melt faster than hot apple cider.
Optional: You can personalize your wreath with additional details like paint, glitter, or faux leaves, but the basic craft uses just construction paper, a paper plate, marker, glue, and string.
This craft is simple, low cost, and creates a colorful fall decoration using paper plates and handprints for leaves. The handprint shapes give a personal and seasonal touch to the wreath, making it a keepsake that is cute, crafty, and sentimental. Kids enjoy seeing their creations take center stage around the house, making it feel like a personal gallery exhibit. So, gather your materials and let the autumn crafting begin!
Enjoy the outdoors in your own home with this simple fall craft, an outdoor-living inspired handprint wreath made from home-and-garden materials. The perfect addition to your autumn décor, this charming wreath brings the beauty of the season right into your living space.
